2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-450 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2700 mm |
